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… positions for labour and birth Last updated August 6, 2013 During labour, changing position frequently can make you … and avoid medications. Your partner can remain involved and supportive by helping you move and change positions often.  …
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… have a substance use disorder, our topics can give you the support you need to help you quit. And if you're worried … someone else, you can find tips in our topics for providing support to others. For more information, see our substance … Your Health Alcohol Effects on a Fetus Alcohol or Drug Use During Pregnancy Alcohol Withdrawal Alcohol: Drinking and …
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… my partner, friends or family about my feelings? met with a support group of people who understand my feelings? Your public health nurse can tell you about postpartum support groups. shared the responsibilities of baby care … continues to contract and cramping is most noticeable during the first few days. This is often called after pains. …
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… a team of health professionals provides education and support to help you make new, healthy habits. Quit smoking … of angina (such as chest pain or discomfort). Angina occurs during activities that make the heart work harder, such as … healthy weight Education combined with exercise, diet, and support can help you stay at a healthy weight or lose weight …
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… gluten. Read tips for following a gluten-free diet and find support groups in your area: Celiac disease: Eating a … gluten Living a healthy gluten free life (Celiac Canada) Support groups (Celiac BC) Chewing and swallowing … colitis. Read about dietary strategies for managing IBD during and between flare-ups: Bowel disease: Changing your …
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… before and after birth, as well as being smoke-free during pregnancy, can help prevent sleep-related infant … anything that makes you less alert. If you would like support for any kind of substance use (including alcohol or … other drugs), free, confidential information and telephone support is available from the Alcohol and Drug Information …
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… good posture can help reduce pain. Wear comfortable and supportive shoes. If you have arthritis in your back, hips, … the right shoes or by adding insoles to your shoes. Get support Living with arthritis can be stressful. But there … need it, keeping a positive attitude, and maybe joining a support group. Learn more Assistive Devices and Orthotics …
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… towel, or a lumbar roll in the curve of your back for extra support. Try putting one foot up on a stool or changing … with your shoulders back and your stomach pulled in to support your back. Get support when you need it Let people know when you need a …
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… of COPD include: Shortness of breath (dyspnea), especially during physical activities Chronic cough or wheezing … improve your quality of life. QuitNow provides one-on-one support and resources in multiple languages to help your … strategy to quit. For more information, visit their Find Support page BC Smoking Cessation Program helps cover the …
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… concerns, and frustrations can create stress. Lack of support. It can be stressful to work with little or no support from your boss or co-workers. Poor working … when you leave work. Or set your phone to "do not disturb" during certain times. Stay organized. Break a large project …